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This publication is brought to you by Mayor Paula Devine, and City Councilmembers Ara Najarian, Vrej Agajanian, Ardy Kassakhian, and Daniel Brotman.
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 The Annual Glendale Police Department’s 2021 National Night Out will be held Tuesday, August 3, 2021, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Visit our website for more information. We hope to see you there!
 Help shape project planning and land-use decisions in Glendale! Join us on August 4, 2021 at Jefferson Elementary School from 6:00pm - 8:00pm for the West Glendale Sustainable Transportation and Land Use Study! Learn about the current plans to make walking and biking safer for the West Glendale community. Learn more here.
In July, The Office of Sustainability hosted a plastic-free campaign for residents to celebrate Plastic-Free Month! We had over 60 participants, many of whom provided excellent feedback and received reusable bags.
Plastic Free July is a global movement that draws attention to the issue of plastic pollution and provides ways to reduce the consumption of single-use plastic products. Although he campaign is over, it is still important to strive to be plastic-free in our everyday lives.
Visit our website for detailed information about the Plastic-Free Pledge and ways you can be plastic-free! You can also join us for our Zero Waste Picnic on August 21st at Verdugo Park! RSVP is required by August 6th.
By 2050, there will be more plastic than fish in our oceans (The Washington Post). Do your part by refusing single- use plastic, reducing the amount of single-use items you purchase, and recycling items according to this Glendale Recycles brochure.
 Glendale Community College’s Fall 2021 semester will feature more than 120 in-person classes as the college district unveils a wide range of learning options for students affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. An increase in vaccinated people has allowed GCC to begin a gradual return to a fully open in-person campus. Recognizing the need for diverse choices to fit the individual needs of students, the college will offer in-person, remote, hybrid, and online courses when the new semester begins August 30. First-time, full-time students are still eligible for free tuition. Continuing Education (noncredit) courses are also available at the GCC Garfield Campus. To see the growing list of in-person classes being offered and to learn more about the college’s health safety protocols for campus visitors, go to glendale.edu.
 Help Plant Trees in Glendale!
The Public Works Department received a 55-tree planting grant for Arbor Day 2022. The grant, called the CIRCLE 4 Project, is part of a campaign led by the California Urban Forest Council (CaUFC), funded by CalFire. CaUFC partnered with West Coast Arborists and the City to expand our urban forest. The project involves a public educational workshop in Spring 2022, and a tree planting event on Saturday, March 12, 2022. The event will be volunteer-led and supervised by City staff and arborists. The grant trees are selected for their hardiness and ability to thrive in our climate, and part of a larger study with Cal Poly researchers. This grant follows 2019’s successful CIRCLE 3 Project, which planted 250 trees in Glendale. Public Works also continues to pursue other forestry and tree planting related grant opportunities. Register here!
 Safety Tips While on the Trails!
Bears are active now; here are some tips to keep you safe:
Most bears will avoid humans, especially if they hear you coming. Never come between a bear and its food. Move away slowly. Never turn your back on a bear and never run. This mimics prey and you don’t want to appear to be prey. If a bear has noticed you and is paying too much attention to you, talk calmly, so it recognizes you are a human. Pick up small children immediately. Appear as large as possible by moving to higher ground or by raising your arms. Always leave the bear an escape route. Never feed bears. The saying goes, a fed bear is a dead bear. Once they realize they can get food from you, they will become a nuisance and authorities will take action. If you live where bears roam, secure your trash and do not leave food outside.
Happy Trails from your friends in Trails and Open Space.
GYA Employment Opportunities
Summer Training and Employment Program for Students with Disabilities:
GYA is now accepting applications for the STEPS Program! Students must be between the ages of 16-21 and have a physical or intellectual disability. Applicants must be able to work independently in entry level retail or office positions. GYA will place youth at a worksite and the grant will pay $15 per hour for 120 hours of work experience. Students will also participate in work readiness training provided by GCC’s Professional Development Center. All youth will receive case management and supportive services based on need to succeed in the workforce.
LA County Youth@Work Summer Youth Employment Program:
Applicants must be between the ages of 15-18 and receiving Calworks Cash aid. the Program provides 120 hours of work experience based on their skills and aptitude as well as case management and training.
Employment Incentive Program (EIP):
Applicants must be between the ages of 18-24 AND NOT attending school. Those enrolled in non credit courses qualify. The Program pays for 200 hours of work experience as an incentive for businesses to hire our youth. The goal of the program is to transition participants to permanent employment at the completion of the grant program. GYA also provides intense case management as well training and supportive services based on individual needs.
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 Summer 2021 Recycling Art Contest Winner
Glendale’s Public Works Department celebrated the end of the school year with the Summer Recycling Art Contest! The City received over 50 submissions from Crescenta Valley and Clark Magnet High School students. All artwork demonstrated creativity and environmental awareness. One submittal, painted by Hyeyeon(Claire) Choi, Junior at Clark Magnet High School was exceptional and was recongnized with the grand prize!
“I painted this piece hoping we can all form a habit of recycling in our daily routines, which would lead to a morning where we wake up to a more clean and fresh start to our days!”
"Lumpen Station" Art Exhibit
The Adams Square Mini Park Gas Station's new art exhibit, “Lumpen Station,” was installed on July 12, 2021 and will be on display until August 20, 2021. “Lumpen Station” is based off of the series “The Revolting Lumpen” by artists, Beck + Col, which features bright, colorful, multidisciplinary experiences combining wearable sculpture, performance, dance, music and live operatic vocalizations. The versatility of textiles allows the artists to build elaborate worlds and the themes running through them. The entire installation was created using three textiles: velvet, cotton and mesh, as well as wood, foam and pex for structure.
This temporary art installation is generously sponsored by the Glendale Arts and Culture Commission through funding from the Urban Art Program, and support from Glendale Library, Arts & Culture, Glendale Community Services & Parks, and the Adams Hill Neighborhood Association
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Don't Put it in the Trash, Recycle and Get Cash!
The Glendale Recycling Center, operated by the Allan Company, processes materials collected in the City collection trucks. Sorting lines separate recyclables to create bales of individual material types, which are then sold to markets for manufacturing into new products.
The Recycling Center pays cash for the following:
- CRV Items (i.e. Glass/Plastic Bottles and Tin/Bi-Metal Cans)
- Scrap Metal - Aluminum, Copper & Stainless Steel
- Newspaper
- Cardboard
Drop-off the Following for Free:
- Jars and Food Containers (non-CRV)
- Miscellaneous Plastic
- Beverage Cartons
- Mixed Paper
If you are unsure about an item, contact the Glendale Recycling Center.
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A Message from City Manager, Roubik Golanian
 I can’t believe August is here, and back-to-school supplies are already lining the shelves. This time of year always brings with it changes, and while everyone settles back into the school-year routine, the City continues to work every day to maintain and build upon the critical services it provides to meet your needs. So whether you start this semester with in-person classes and daily commutes to campus, remain at home with virtual classes, or are helping your kids get ready for back to school, rest assured that the men and women serving your community will continue to keep you safe and provide high quality services.
Glendale continues to be one of the safest cities of its size in California and in the nation. Our Glendale Police and Fire Departments work tirelessly to solve crimes, fight fires, quickly respond to emergencies, and provide lifesaving medical care. GPD and GFD are unmatched and continuously work side-by-side to ensure preparedness in any circumstance.
On Tuesday, August 3rd, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., you have the opportunity to meet the dedicated men and women who serve this City by attending National Night Out! Every year, the Glendale Police Department hosts National Night Out, a community-driven event where neighbors get to know each other, local police personnel, firefighters, Glendale City Councilmembers, and City staff. This is an excellent opportunity to share your concerns, strategies, and ideas on how we can all work together to improve the safety of our neighborhoods. Visit the National Night Out website to find the NNO event nearest you. I hope to see you there!
While NNO will provide an outlet to discuss neighborhood safety, I want to take this opportunity to talk about health safety and the state of COVID-19 in our community. As I’m sure you’ve heard, the Delta variant is rapidly spreading across the nation. Cases in Glendale continue to rise every single day. While things may look bleak and flashbacks of last year begin to come to mind, remember that we are at an advantage today that we could only dream of one year ago – the COVID-19 vaccine. The best way to beat this pandemic and get back to a non-masked life is to increase our vaccination rates.
Research has shown that the COVID-19 vaccine is safe and extremely effective at preventing people from getting sick and ending up in the hospital or dying. That is why I am moving forward with requiring that every City employee provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination. Those who do not, will have to undergo weekly testing for COVID-19. My objective behind this decision is straightforward. As City employees, we are in contact with residents, businesses, and visitors daily. We want to provide a safe environment for community members when obtaining City services. Similarly, our employees deserve a workplace and organization that actively implements safeguards that prevent harm, which, of course, includes the transmission of infectious diseases.
While we don’t know when this pandemic will end, I know it will take all of us to help Glendale bounce back as a premium place to live, work, and play for everyone. I encourage you to do your part in keeping our community safe. For information on how to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, visit glendaleca.gov/vaccine.
Enjoy the final weeks of Summer 2021 and stay safe, Glendale.
 Library Events Calendar
New Library Hours!
New library hours have come to Glendale Central Library, Brand Library & Art Center, and Montrose Library.
See the new hours of operation here.
 Keep Glendale Clean
Pop Quiz: What can you recycle in your curbside recycling container besides bottles and cans? Test your recycling skills with our interactive quiz at GlendaleRecycles.com. Visit www.earth911.com to find donation and/or recycling location near you. Become a Pro-Recycler!
Metro Micro!
Micro is Metro’s new on-demand rideshare service, offering trips within several zones in LA County. The new service is for short local trips and uses small vehicles (seating up to 10 passengers). Micro is part of Metro’s family of services and has been designed hand-in-hand with our NextGen Bus Plan. The service is meant to be a fast, safe and convenient option for quick trips around town. Learn more by visiting https://micro.metro.net
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Explore Wellness Wednesday Mental Health Resources
Join the Wellness Wednesday family at Glendale Library, Arts & Culture! Every Wednesday, Glendale Library staff provides exclusive videos featuring local mental health experts to ensure we provide effective and successful resources for all our patrons seeking mental health assistance.
Read up on the latest wellness topics in our weekly blogs, and join the monthly Journaling workshops led by artist and life coach, Robyn Butcher-Whitla every first and third Wednesday of the month.
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 Special Disposal of Batteries
Batteries are hazardous waste that require special handling. When a battery enters a landfill and degrades, chemicals and other substances within the battery, leach into the environment and can pollute groundwater. Used batteries placed into garbage or recycling carts may spark and cause a fire. Learn more at Avoid the Spark.
Properly recycle household batteries through GFD or LA County's Household Hazardous Waste Programs or drop them off at Fire Stations, Libraries, Community Centers, or the Glendale Recycling Center. Visit our website for more information.
Summer Concerts in the Park: Two Remaining Dates for the Season
Join us for a night out at the park in this family friendly setting of live performances from a variety of talented bands. Concerts will be held on August 4 and 11 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Verdugo Park (North End) 1621 Cañada Blvd, Glendale, CA 91208.
Click here for more information.
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 Join the Glendale Library, Arts & Culture Book Club
Glendale Library’s online book club has over 300 readers that engage in interesting discussion every month! This month’s newly selected title is “How to Forget: A Daughter’s Memoir” by Kate Mulgrew.
Registration is free, and participate only when you want to join the discussion with other readers. Join the Glendale Library book with your library card today!
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